Montipora - Forest Fire Leathers Although this coral does not

Although this coral does not sting and is somewhat resistant to the stings from other corals

The eyes are ringed with orange and the tail is edged in white

which tends to have smaller corallites

It may consume shrimp

usually with a contrasting center and/or stripes

Montipora - Forest Fire Leathers Although this coral does notMontipora require stable water quality ideally provided in a well established aquarium over 6 months old. High levels of nitrate and phosphate are not tolerated and may cause browning; although low, stable levels are necessary for best growth and color. Alkalinity, calcium, magnesium and strontium are required for growth and should be checked regularly. They are prone to many pests, most notably nudibranch which are very difficult to eradicate.